More must be done to boost China's soft power
After several years of improvement, positive views of China's influence in the world have dropped to their lowest levels since polling began in 2005.
Fiji's PM sees opportunity in China
Calling China a "true friend", Bainimarama said Fiji is grateful for China's long-term support and understanding.
Xi vows better protection of children
President Xi Jinping has said the country will guard against, and crack down on, any words and deeds that harm children.
Beijing seeks cooperation with US on cyberattacks
China reiterated on Wednesday that it is against all Internet hacking attacks and hopes to conduct dialogues and cooperate with the United States.
Infant's fall in pipe probed
The fall of a newborn boy into a toilet pipe is being called an accident but police confirmed on Wednesday that they are still investigating the case.
Foreign minister chides Japan's 'lack of common sense'
Premier Li warned Japan on Sunday against any attempt to ignore key legal documents that returned occupied islands to China.
Zhang Yimou finds a Vision for future
Renowned director Zhang Yimou has signed up to work with mainland entertainment company Le Vision Pictures on his future films.
Migrant workers still avoid contracts
Less than half of all migrant workers across China signed contracts with their employers last year, and analysts say the situation is likely to continue.
Officials told to give up their VIP cards
China's top anti-graft official Wang Qishan on Monday urged disciplinary and supervisory staff to return all membership cards gifted by others.
Shanghai expats try to provide critical help in city's blood drive
Zachary Ludington -along with more than 150 other expatriates in Shanghai - came to the city's blood donation event on Sunday.
Parents of teen vandal apologize after online rage
The parents of a teen vandal have apologized to the public for the graffiti their son scratched on a stone sculpture in an ancient temple in Egypt.
Taxi fare increase finds support at hearing
Most participants at a public hearing supported the Beijing government's decision to increase taxi fares.
Draft takes aim at terrorism
New rules forbid raising money for subversive people and groups
Capital offers electric cars
All 15 electric cars in a pioneering rental project have been booked within three days of its Beijing launch, organizers said.
Netizens question young official's 'rocket promotion'
A Party official in East China's Jiangsu province has denied nepotism played a part in the promotion of a senior official's daughter to a top post.